Front Shock Absorber - Adjusting The Spring Preload - KTM 525 XC ATV EU Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE

Front shock absorber - adjusting the spring preload

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Danger
Danger of accidents Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury.
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The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to the description provided. (Your authorized KTM workshop will
be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Do not make any radical changes to the adjustment of the shock absorbers.
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Make adjustments in small steps only.
Info
Increasing the spring preload raises the center of gravity of the vehicle. This can have a large impact on vehicle handling.
Tip
Before changing the spring preload, make a note of the present setting, e.g., by measuring the length of the spring.
Info
The sliding bushing is made of plastic. Therefore, do not lock it too tightly to
avoid damaging the thread.
The left and right shock absorbers should have the same settings.
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Lock the adjusting rings.
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Remove the vehicle from the work stand. (
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Jack up the vehicle. ( p. 72)
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Clean the shock absorber thoroughly.
p. 72)
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